University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Arts (History)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationWhen you study history you will come to understand the whole world by understanding the long-term changes and continuities that shaped today. Historical knowledge is a vital component of cultural literacy, broadens your mind, fosters the capacity for empathy and equips you to be a global citizen. Historians are like very open-minded detectives: questioning, analysing and interpreting evidence from the past.
You will develop skills in researching a variety of historical evidence that is becoming increasingly accessible in digital forms. You will learn to analyse sources and issues, and fluently express your ideas in discussions, essays and other forms of communication.
Delivery mode
University of Tasmania offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Churchill Ave, Hobart
- 2 Invermay Rd, Launceston
- 2/8 Bass Hwy, Burnie
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (History) will prepare you for the following roles.
Historian
A Historian studies past human activity. You might specialise in a particular area of history or explore a range of historical subjects. Historians...
Historical Researcher
A Historical Researcher conducts in-depth investigations into past events, individuals, and societies to produce detailed reports and publications....
History Teacher
History Teachers work at high schools and middle schools across Australia. They teach a mix of local, state/territory, national, regional and world...
Humanities Teacher
A Humanities Teacher educates students in subjects like history, geography, and sociology, fostering critical thinking and cultural awareness. Resp...
Musicologist
A Musicologist studies music history, theory, and cultural contexts, focusing on genres, periods, or regions. They conduct research, analyse musica...
Museum Administrator
A Museum Administrator manages the daily operations of a museum, ensuring smooth functioning of administrative tasks, budgets, staff coordination,...
Cultural Heritage Consultant
A Cultural Heritage Consultant is a professional who works to protect and manage cultural heritage sites and resources, ensuring their preservation...
About University of Tasmania
Providing a good education to as many Tasmanians as possible is at the heart of everything we do.
To strengthen and future-proof our ability to do this, we’re transforming our University. We’re building new pathways for our students, reflecting their changing needs, so that where you start in life does not define where you go.
